How Many People Are Named Freda?
Complete statistics for the name Freda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Freda, a very rare female name, is held by just 13,105 people in the US, making up 1 in 25,182 Americans. It's a classic, old-school name that peaked way back in 1918 with 1,025 births, and today, most people named Freda are over 60.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Freda have a life path number of 7, which traditionally represents introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 94All 42,499 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Freda Through the Generations
Freda has been around for generations, but its popularity has remained stable over time. With 13,105 living bearers in the US, it's clear that Freda is a name that's deeply rooted in the past. The majority of those named Freda, 93%, are over 60 years old, indicating a strong generational skew towards older individuals. Born in 1918, the peak year saw 1,025 births, while today's age distribution shows 430 under-30s, 2,668 aged 30-60, and 39,401 over 60, painting a picture of a name that's cherished by an older generation.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Freda
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📄 About the Name Freda
How Many People Have the Name Freda?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,888 people in the United States currently share the name Freda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 175,556 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Freda a Common or Rare Name?
Freda is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Freda in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Freda Most Popular?
The name Freda reached peak popularity in 1918, with 1,025 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Freda?
Approximately 1,888 people named Freda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,888. That works out to roughly 1 in 175,556 Americans.
Is Freda a rare name?
Freda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 175,556 Americans has this name.
What does the name Freda mean?
The meaning and origin of Freda are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Freda more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Freda are male and 100% are female.
When was Freda most popular?
Freda peaked in 1918 with 1,025 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.